FLEX Tracks
FLEX programs help students work towards college admissions at various points in their academic careers. Our courses and services are designed to:
- improve basic reading, writing and critical thinking skills
- raise academic performance in school (GPA)
- maximize standardized test scores
The FLEX recommended course track is as follows:
Grades 6-7
Students are still building foundational skills and developing critical thinking and problem-solving ability. FLEX recommends:
- Book Club (Basic reading skills)
- Elements of the Essay (General writing skills) and/or Personal Narrative Essay (General and creative writing skills)
Grades 8-9
Students begin to develop those skills necessary to succeed in college prep courses and entrance exams (SAT*, ACT*). FLEX recommends:
- Elements of the Essay, Personal Narrative Essay and/or Literature Analysis (HS English)
- Math Olympiad
- SAT* Junior
Grades 9-10
Students begin to focus on the key criteria for college admissions: GPA and SAT*. FLEX recommends:
- Persuasive Essay (SAT* I Essay Prep) and/or Literature Analysis
- SAT* Junior and/or SAT* Workshops
- Tutorials (Various academic subjects)
- College Admissions Counseling
Grades 10-11
Students enter the most important phase of their college admissions process. High GPA and standardized test scores are key. FLEX recommends:
- Persuasive Essay, Literature Analysis and/or The Personal Statement (College Application Essay)
- SAT* Workshops and Tutorials, SAT* Subject Test Workshops and Tutorials
- Tutorials (Various academic subjects)
- College Admissions Counseling
Grade 12
Students must complete all their requirements for college admissions, including standardized tests and the college application. FLEX recommends:
- SAT* and SAT* Subject Test Workshops and Tutorials
- Personal Statement and/or College Admissions Essay Editing
- College Admissions Counseling